Tennessee (11-6, 3-0 SEC) won its its fourth consecutive game, defeating Mississippi State (12-4, 1-2 SEC), 80-69, Thursday at Thompson-Boling Arena.
Jordan Horston recorded a double-double, totaling 27 points and 14 rebounds for Tennessee. She also recorded five assists.
Rickea Jackson did not start and totaled 18 points, six rebounds and one assist against her former team. Tess Darby finished with with 13 points for the Lady Vols.
Debreasha Powe and Jessika Carter each scored 21 points for the Bulldogs. Carter totaled nine rebounds, while Powe recorded eight rebounds and four assists.
The Lady Vols will next play at Vanderbilt on Jan. 8. Tipoff is slated for 1 p.m. EST and SEC Network will televise the in-state matchup.
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